Rep. Angie Button

Maddy summaryBased on the provided context, no substantive bill text or summary is available for HB 2433. The bill title indicates it relates to hotel occupancy tax collection by accommodations intermediaries (like online booking platforms), but the actual provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties are not described in the materials provided. The "Bill Text" section states it is "not currently available" and directs users to a PDF that is also unavailable. Without the full text or a substantive summary, a factual description of the bill's policy changes cannot be generated.

Maddy summaryThis Texas bill (HB 4901) requires app stores (like Apple App Store or Google Play) operating in Texas to verify users' ages and categorize them into four groups: child (<13), younger teen (13-15), older teen (16-17), and adult (18+). For minors (under 18), it mandates parental consent by linking accounts to a parent or guardian aged 18 or older. App stores must use reasonable methods to confirm age during account creation. The law directly affects app platforms and users under 18 in Texas, with no voting record available as the bill remains pending in committee.

Maddy summaryThe bill text for HB 4124 is not available in the provided context, only the title and recent actions are listed. The title indicates it addresses swipe fees on certain electronic payment transactions and includes a civil penalty provision, but specific details about affected transactions, fee limits, or enforcement mechanisms are missing. Without the full bill text, a substantive summary cannot be generated. For complete details, please consult the PDF version of HB 4124.

Maddy summaryHB 8 reduces the maximum tax rate school districts can collect for the 2025-2026 school year by $0.0331, calculated using a new method in Section 48.2554 of the Education Code. It directly affects all Texas public school districts by adjusting how their maximum tax rates are determined, ensuring rates don’t drop below 90% of neighboring districts’ rates. The bill updates references to "maximum compressed tax rate" in multiple education funding laws to reflect this change and expires on September 1, 2027. It takes effect September 1, 2025, with no additional funding or program changes beyond the tax rate adjustment.

Maddy summaryHB 4022 amends Texas law governing economic incentives under the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Act by requiring applicants to submit detailed annual economic impact reports for projects seeking state incentives. These reports must estimate job creation, capital investment, property value increases, tax revenues (including state and local), and broader economic effects like impacts on local businesses, GDP, and personal income over a 25-year period. The comptroller must then verify that projects will generate sufficient tax revenue to offset lost school district funding and that incentives are a key factor in site selection decisions for most projects. This bill directly affects businesses applying for economic incentives and state officials reviewing those applications.

Maddy summaryThe bill text for HB 4149 is unavailable in the provided context, as noted by the placeholder message stating "This version is not currently available, but is coming soon. In the meantime, please see the PDF for the content of this bill." Without access to the actual bill language or summary details, a factual summary cannot be generated. The recent actions (filed March 10, 2025; read first time March 27, 2025; referred to Ways & Means) indicate it is in early legislative stages but provide no policy information. For an accurate summary, the full bill text or official summary would be required.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 602) recognizes March 25, 2025, as "Desi Day of Action" at the Texas State Capitol. It honors South Asian Texans - over 760,000 people who contribute to Texas through work in industries like technology and healthcare, cultural festivals, and civic engagement. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment of community advocacy efforts.

Maddy summaryHB 3303 would exempt sales and use taxes on exotic animals in Texas. This means buyers of non-domesticated animals (such as reptiles, big cats, or other non-traditional pets) would no longer pay state sales tax when purchasing these animals. The bill amends Texas Tax Code Section 151.316(a) to add "exotic animals" as a new tax-exempt category, aligning with existing exemptions for farm animals, feed, and agricultural equipment. It directly affects individuals and businesses purchasing exotic animals for personal or commercial use.

Maddy summaryHB 3011 would create a tax credit for Texas businesses that pay for employees' licensed child care. Businesses could claim a credit equal to their child-care contributions, capped at $3,600 per child per year. The total credit pool is limited to $25 million annually, with unused credits allowed to carry forward for up to five years. This applies only to actual child-care payments (not wages) made to licensed facilities under Texas law.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows certain Texas municipalities to hold local elections on alcohol sales and create zoning rules for alcohol businesses. It applies only to cities with 15,000+ residents in specific coastal counties (meeting population/border requirements) or cities with 240,000+ residents bordering large man-made lakes. Municipalities meeting these criteria can adopt local zoning regulations for premises selling alcohol within designated areas. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.